Melton Carnegie Museum
About This Museum
People often wander into the Melton Carnegie Museum curious about the town's famous pork pies and Stilton cheese, but they leave with so much more. It’s a wonderfully intimate local museum that feels like stepping into the town's collective memory. You'll find everything from Roman pottery dug up in a nearby field to the surprisingly fascinating history of fox hunting. It’s the kind of place that makes you see an ordinary market town in a whole new light.
Collection Highlights
The star attractions are, of course, the displays on Melton Mowbray's culinary heritage, including a recreated Victorian kitchen. Don't miss the beautiful examples of local hosiery and knitwear, or the poignant artifacts from the World Wars that tell very personal local stories.
Visitor Information
It's tucked away on Thorpe End in a beautiful old building—look for the 'Carnegie' sign above the door. Best of all, it's free to pop in, making it a perfect little detour during a day out.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a charming Edwardian building made of warm, red brick that was originally the town's library, funded by Andrew Carnegie himself.
Contact & Location
Address: Thorpe End, Melton Mowbray, Melton, Leicestershire, England, LE13 1RB, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 116 305 3860
Website: Visit Website
